Queen's Hills Crime Rate December 2023 | Monthly Statistics

Queen's Hills, a built-up area within South Norfolk, reported a crime rate of 1.8 per 1,000 in December 2023 — a figure 75.0% below the UK average of 7.2 per 1,000. This places the area among the lowest in the country for overall crime, though the month saw notable shifts in the types of incidents reported. Violence and sexual offences accounted for 60% of all crimes, with 6 incidents recorded, while anti-social behaviour made up 30% of the total. These figures highlight a persistent pattern in the area's crime profile, where violent crime remains the most prevalent category despite the overall low rate. The seasonal context of December — characterised by extended dark evenings, empty homes during the Christmas holidays, and increased social gatherings — may have contributed to the rise in violent and anti-social incidents. While the area's property crime rate (0.2 per 1,000) remains significantly below the UK average (0.6 per 1,000), the increase in violent crime suggests a need for continued vigilance. The low crime rate is consistent with the characteristics of a small, rural built-up area, where community cohesion and limited commercial activity may naturally reduce opportunities for certain types of crime. However, the month-on-month surge in violent incidents underscores the influence of seasonal factors on local crime dynamics, particularly during periods of heightened social interaction and reduced visibility.

December 2023 saw a dramatic 100% increase in both violence and sexual offences (3 to 6) and anti-social behaviour (0 to 3), marking the most significant month-on-month shift in the area's crime profile. This surge in violent crime contrasts sharply with the UK average for the category, which stood at 2.6 per 1,000 — 58% below the local rate of 1.1 per 1,000. Anti-social behaviour, now accounting for 30% of all reported crimes, also fell 46% below the UK average of 0.9 per 1,000. The property crime category, which includes burglary and vehicle crime, remained exceptionally low at just 1 incident (0.2 per 1,000), a figure 64% below the UK average of 0.6 per 1,000. These patterns suggest that while the area's violent crime rates are rising, its property crime trends continue to align with broader rural safety norms. Residents may find the 100% increase in anti-social behaviour particularly noteworthy, as it indicates a shift in the types of incidents being reported during the festive season.

December 2023 marked a significant shift in Queen's Hills' crime profile, with the overall crime rate rising 98.9% compared to November 2023 (0.9 per 1,000 to 1.8 per 1,000). This increase, while substantial, still leaves the area 75.0% below the UK average of 7.2 per 1,000. On a daily basis, the area recorded an average of 0 crimes per day over the 31-day period, a figure that reflects the low overall volume despite the month-on-month jump. When considering monthly exposure, the 10 reported crimes over December 2023 correspond to one incident for every 552 residents, a statistic that contextualises the scale of activity relative to the local population. This monthly aggregate does not account for fluctuations in reporting patterns or seasonal variations, but it provides a baseline for residents to gauge their personal risk. The contrast between the area's low crime rate and the UK average underscores the effectiveness of local policing strategies, though the recent upward trend warrants continued monitoring.